2024 Toyota RAV4Fuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDFront-Wheel Drive
2024 Toyota RAV4

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City
27
MPG
Highway
35
MPG
Combined
30
MPG

Real-World MPG

Based on 2 owner reports via EPA fueleconomy.gov

29.1MPG average-3.0% vs EPA label
EPA combined: 30 MPG · Owner reported avg: 29.1 MPG

Range: 29–30 MPG

Driving mix: City 51% / Highway 49%

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov “Your MPG” owner submissions. Real-world results vary by driver behavior, conditions, and equipment.

Owner reported MPG for this vehicle averages 29.1 real world MPG based on 2 owner reports. EPA combined rating is 30 MPG.

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S8)
Regular
City
27
Hwy
35
Comb
30
Fuel cost: $2,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
292 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
9.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,245/yr
California
$5.957/gal$2,979/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$1,944/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,068/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,261/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,255/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,796/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,309/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,172/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,224/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 30 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2024 Toyota RAV4 SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.5%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
154
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems155 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 155 owner complaints for the 2024 Toyota RAV4. Top reported issues include engine, electrical system and steering. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
36
Electrical System
28
Steering
24
Brakes
17
Structure
14
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
13
Speed Control
12
Air Bags
11

2024 Toyota RAV4 problems by category: Engine: 36 complaints, Electrical System: 28 complaints, Steering: 24 complaints, Brakes: 17 complaints, Structure: 14 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 13 complaints, Speed Control: 12 complaints, Air Bags: 11 complaints.

41
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
30
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

SteeringFiled: 12/31/2025ODI#11708110
2024 Toyota RAV4 XLE AWD, VIN [XXX]. Steering defect appeared at approximately 12,000 miles (April 2025). Vehicle pulls significantly to the right, requiring constant steering correction. Driver must …
SteeringFiled: 05/16/2024ODI#11589052
Dear Tim Sir, Greetings to you and Team I hope this email finds you well, Brining it to your attention once again ( VOQ #11581817 Previous case no), In a less than 3 weeks of time and after Toyota'…
SteeringFiled: 04/08/2024CrashODI#11581817
On the [XXX] I purchased a TOYOTA RAV4 XLE AWB I VIN: [XXX] from Brampton East Toyota, 2 Maritime Ontario Blvd, Brampton, ON L6S 0C2 Canada. Very unfortunately, the vehicle is behaving dangerous to…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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